Putin feels no pressure: Russia agrees to talks but sees little to discuss
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Russia has agreed to new peace talks on Ukraine, but the Kremlin sees little to talk about. President Vladimir Putin does not feel under pressure right now to end the war, according to the BBC's Russia Editor. The agreement to talk, paired with Russia's low expectations, suggests Moscow is not ready to make concessions.